Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

The Horowhenua-Kāpiti Rugby Union has taken the unprecedented step of threatening to cancel senior club rugby matches in response to escalating abuse towards match officials.  Club referees are all volunteers, and CEO Corey Kennett says there’s been a slow and constant downward spiral in the treatment of officials.   He joined Piney to discuss what’s led to the club taking such drastic measures.  “Nobody wants this, so it’s a real combined approach to try and combat it.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for Sunday 25 May. Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Auckland FC's loss, the Chiefs' win and the Indianapolis 500. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coaching expert Wayne Goldsmith joined Piney to reveal how a team can turn into a cohesive unit in a limited timeframe. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The  International Paralympic Committee President recently took a tour of New Zealand to see what the nation had to offer - and he joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moana Pasifika's Super Rugby playoff hopes have taken a tumble after a 85-7 trouncing at the hands of leaders the Chiefs in Hamilton. Moana shipped 13 tries on their way to the third heaviest loss in the competition history. Chiefs assistant coach Roger Randle joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's shock and heartbreak among Auckland sports fans after Auckland FC loses out on the Grand Final. The competition newcomers have been denied a trip to the grand final in their first year, beaten 2-1 on aggregate by Melbourne Victory. Former footballer Paul Ifill joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors aren't talking about Las Vegas revenge ahead of this afternoon's NRL encounter with Canberra at Mt Smart. 13 weeks on from a humbling 30 points to 8 first round loss to the Raiders in Sin City, the Warriors have risen to second on the table, with the Raiders in third spot. Former player Lewi Brown joined Piney ahead of the match. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a big night for Kiwi football fans, as Auckland FC heads into one of the most anticipated matches of the season. Sky Sports analyst Jacob Spoonley joined Piney to look back on the season. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Auckland FC gear up for their clash against the Melbourne Victory, GoMedia Managing Director joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's excitement among Christchurch-based racing fans as the Supercars circuit looks to make its debut in Christchurch for the first time. Canterbury Car Club general manager Mark Wedderall joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian correspondent Adam Peacock joined Piney to discuss Auckland FC, Ange Postecoglou, and the NRL season. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A late game gamble has paid off for the Crusaders during their 15-12 Super Rugby win over the Highlanders in Christchurch. Down 12-10 inside the final 10 minutes, the Crusaders turned down a chance kick a penalty goal and take the lead, instead opting for a line-out. Prop Tamaiti Williams joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC goal-keeper Alex Paulsen has been feeling the pressure ahead of the team's clash against the Melbourne Victory. The winner will advance to the grand final, with the Black Knights in the box seat by holding a one-goal advantage. Paulsen joined Piney to discuss further - and to look back on an 'awesome' season for the team. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All eyes will be on Auckland FC - as the Kiwi side gears up to face off against the Melbourne Victory at Mt Smart this evening. The winner will gain passage to the grand final, with the Black Knights in the box seat by holding a one-goal advantage. Auckland FC CEO Nick Becker and Director of Football Terry McFlynn joined in on the discussion with Piney. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC are unfazed by the weight of expectation in tonight's return leg in their A-League semi-final against Melbourne Victory. The Black Knights are one goal up on aggregate, but top goalscorer Guillermo May says the players are keeping a lid on their excitement. He joined Piney to discuss ahead of the match. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Crystal Palace winning the FA Cup, Auckland FC's win, the Warriors' win and Moana Pasifika's win. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of the World Championships, para-canoeist Finn Murphy joined Piney to discuss the Poland event. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An up and down round for Kiwi Ryan Fox, but he remains on track for a top-20 finish at the PGA Championship in Charlotte. Fox has carded a third round one-over 72, mixing six bogeys with five birdies to be tied 17th and three-under for the tournament. Fox has had 14 birdies at the tournament - fourth equal - but has made 11 bogeys. Reporter Graeme Agars joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Warriors are celebrating another tight NRL win - this time with a 16-12 result over the Dolphins in Brisbane. The visitors led 16-nil with 10 minutes to go, before the Dolphins mounted a comeback with two late converted tries - helped by a sin-binning for co-captain James Fisher-Harris. It's the fifth win for the Warriors by four points or less this season. Warriors assistant coach Slade Griffin joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC emerged victorious after the 1-nil away win over Victory in the first leg of their A-League semi-final. The Black Knights have no injury worries as they return home - and the players earned themselves a leg up ahead of the next match. Sky Sports analyst Jacob Spoonley joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welsh football club Wrexham AFC is set to come to Wellington for the first time in the team's history. The touring side will play against Melbourne Victory on 11 July and Sydney FC on 15 July - before facing off against the Phoenix on 19 July. Wrexham FC CEO Michael Williamson joined Piney to discuss the tour - and whether part of the hit Disney series will be filmed over there. LISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moana Pasifika’s hopes for a maiden finals berth have been boosted massively by a 27-21 win over the Blues. It’s the very first win over their Auckland rivals and cements their spot in the top six at the expense of the defending champions. Utility Kyren Taumoefolau joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Auckland FC are promising not to let up in the second leg of their A-League semi-final against the Melbourne Victory. The Black Knights take a one-goal advantage into the return match at Mt Smart next Saturday - but coach Steve Corica says they still have work to do. He joined Piney to discuss ahead of the team's next match. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox has held his nerve to finish strong in the second round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow.  After starting the round two-over through three, Fox has bounced back with three birdies on the back nine to card and even-par round. He sits in a share of six at four-under for the tournament, four shots behind leader Jhonattan Vegas.  This follows a week after he became just the 9th Kiwi male player to win a USPGA Tour event with his success at the Myrtle Beach Classic.  Another member of that exclusive club is Phil Tataurangi, who joined Piney to discuss Fox's good form.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 17th May 2025, ticket prices to All Blacks games have been a hot topic – are fans being priced out of attending sport fixtures? Sport promoter Dean Lonergan joined the show to give his take.  A 9-year-old Auckland boy has been told he can no longer play age-grade rugby with his friends because he’s over the weight limit. Andy Rogers is Sport NZ’s National Sport Development Consultant, and he joined the show to discuss how to avoid barriers for kids in sport.   And former Crystal Palace attacker John Salako joins the show ahead of the FA Cup final.  Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A try at the death from Cam Roigard has broken the Highlanders' hearts, and given the Hurricanes an important 24-20 Super Rugby win in Wellington.  The 'Canes halfback snuck over to score his second try of the game with time up on the clock, to keep the Canes firmly in playoff contention.  Roigard joined Piney to recap the clash.  “It’s great that although it was an ugly, scrappy game for us, we were able to, I guess, improve other areas.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the biggest days on the English football calendar is tomorrow – the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium. 7-time winners Manchester City playing in their third straight final against Crystal Palace, playing in their third final, having never lifted the famous trophy.  One of the most famous FA Cup finals of all time was in 1990 when Crystal Palace faced Manchester United.  1990 Crystal Palace 3, Manchester United 3 after extra-time Manchester United went on to win the replay 1-0 five days later.  John Salako was part of that Palace side – he also played five times for England, including twice here in NZ against the All Whites in 1991 and he joined the show to discuss that final and preview tomorrow's fixture.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 9-year-old boy was told this week that he can no longer play age-grade rugby with his friends as he’s over the weight limit.  The Year 4 student was one of 106 children who applied for a weight dispensation in the Counties Manukau Rugby Football Union club competition – and after being denied, has opted out of playing any winter sport this year.  The union says structures are in place to ensure player safety and fairness in competition.  Sport NZ’s National Sport Development Consultant Andy Rogers joined Piney to discuss how to avoid barriers for kids in sport.  He told Piney every young person should have the opportunity to enjoy and benefit from being active.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are fans being priced out of games?  There’s been quite a bit of talk recently regarding the price of tickets for top sporting events such as the All Blacks, and whether it’s becoming too expensive for the fans.  Sports Prompter Dean Lonergan offers his insights on prices and what gets fans through the gates.  “There’s a fine line between money coming in, and charges you can, the price you can charge, but at the end of the day, you’ve got a financial responsibility.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to recap the Warriors' latest win, the Chiefs' latest win, the A-League semi-finals and the NBA playoffs. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US sports correspondent Leon Busby joined Piney to recap the NBA season and NHL playoffs. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mystics coach Tia Winikerei is excited by what their new shooter will bring to the team. Australian shooter Donnell Wallam is set to debut for the two-time defending ANZ Premiership champions when they start their 2025 campaign against the Stars.  She joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Tall Blacks have been dealt a couple of losses during the trans-Tasman throwdown, but the team's hoping to turn their luck around. The Australian Boomers beat the Kiwi side 92-67 in Game 2 on the Sunshine Coast. Tall Blacks coach Judd Flavell joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a big season for GoMedia Stadium as Auckland FC kept drawing in the crowds - and they're set to go bigger ahead of the upcoming play-off games. An extra 2700 seats will be added to GoMedia Stadium ahead of Auckland's second leg semi-final on Saturday, 24 May. Tātaki Auckland Unlimited’s Director of Auckland Stadiums, James Parkinson, joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After lifting up the Premiers Plate in their first season in the competition, Auckland FC are gearing up for the two-leg A-League semi-finals.  The Kiwi side is set to face off against Melbourne Victory next Saturday. A-League commentator Daniel McBreen joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chiefs have maintained their position atop the Super Rugby standings after a come-from-behind 35-19 win over the Crusaders in Christchurch. The visitors overcame a 16-point deficit late in the first half - keeping the Crusaders scoreless in the second to put themselves in the box seat for home advantage during the playoffs. Chiefs midfielder Quinn Tupaea joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Warriors are celebrating after a narrow victory over the Dragons, but feedback indicates there's room for improvement. They hung on for a 15-14 victory - and their fourth straight win has put the Warriors second on the NRL ladder. Assistant coach Stacey Jones joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Ferns kick off their Pacific Four test rugby campaign against Australia in Newcastle tonight.  Piney catches up with Rugby commentator Taylah Johnson to discuss what the teams will hope to gain out of this game ahead of the World Cup later this year.  “Every person that wears a black jersey today needs to stamp their mark.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 10th March 2025, confusion continues to surround netball circles, with Grace Nweke’s Silver Ferns eligibility still up in the air. Netball NZ Board Chair Matt Whineray joined the show to discuss what makes the decision so tough.  Sky rugby commentator Tony Johnson previews tonight's top of the table clash between the Crusaders and the Chiefs.  And the Lions squad has been named for their Australia tour. BBC rugby commentator James Burridge analyses the team Andy Farrell has picked.  Get the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eden Park has been ruled out for hosting the A-League men's finals series.  Auckland FC will stage the second leg of their semifinal series at Go Media Stadium – allowing the team to retain their home field advantage.  CEO Nick Becker joined Piney to discuss what the news means for the club.  “It’s what we were pushing for.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The British and Irish Lions touring squad to Australia has been named.  The inclusion of 20-year-old Henry Pollock raised eyebrows, the traditional bolter only having played 30 minutes of test rugby.  BBC Rugby Commentator James Burridge joined Piney to discuss the squad.  “He talks a very good game, but he can talk it as well.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s a lot on the line tonight as the Crusaders host the Chiefs.  The top of the table clash has implications for the playoffs, with the outcome deciding who will get the home advantage.  Sky Sport Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson joined Piney to preview the game.   “It’s going to be huge for both of them.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Netball New Zealand may be changing up its eligibility rules.  The body says it's currently looking at them, as the ANZ Premiership gets under way today without leading Silver Ferns shooter Grace Nweke.  The 23-year-old isn't available for the Ferns as she's based in Australia this season.  Netball NZ chair Matt Whineray says it's about maintaining a high-performance professional system here.  He told Piney they’re trying to balance a bunch of stakeholder interests – it's not about one player.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Netball New Zealand says it is looking at its eligibility rules as the ANZ Premiership gets under way today without Grace Nweke.  The star test shooter isn't available for the Ferns, as she's based in Australia this season.  Former Silver Fern Adine Wilson told Jason Pine while New Zealand are a much better side with Nweke involved, there are two sides to the debate.  “She’s an Irene van Dyk of my era – she is someone special, but I do think you have to be careful that you don’t change rules for just one player.”  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This week, James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the Hurricanes v Chiefs clash, the latest Warriors victory, the NBA playoffs and Auckland FC breaking their streak. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.